Pennsylvania Consolidated & Unconsolidated Statutes
Chapter 58 - Sentences
Section 5801 - Cruel and unusual punishments prohibited


Punishment by flogging or by branding, marking or tattooing on the body or any other cruel or unusual punishment may not be adjudged by a court-martial or inflicted upon any person subject to this part. The use of irons, single or double, except for the purpose of safe custody, is prohibited.